Rio Jitsu Minnesota

Rio Jitsu Minnesota

Affiliation: GF Team
4.962 reviews
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About Rio Jitsu Minnesota

Rio Jitsu in Apple Valley, MN offers Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo classes for kids and adults. Build confidence, discipline and community in a fun, safe and supportive environment.

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4.9
62 reviews
Hayley Roche
2025-06-03

My 6 yo son has been going for almost a year now. He is a timid shy natured boy and we started going to build confidence. Boy did they deliver! All of the instructors are SO GOOD with kids! They learn their names right away. My son cried the first few times and they made a point to get on his level and make him feel so welcome. His confidence throughout life has increased and his gross motor development has significantly improved. We travel 45 min one way to come and it’s well worth it! I recommend to everyone with kids! The only bit of feedback I could offer is I wish they gave a “getting started” handout of info for parents that don’t know anything about jujitsu 😅. I’ve had to do a lot of googling to learn about how it’s formatted. The belts, stripes, how often they get them, requirements, skills and so on. I’m learning along the way! But this is so minor and is available on Google.

William Edmondson
2025-06-26

Visited this great gym while traveling on business. Professor Joao was extremely welcoming. Very friendly and family friendly atmosphere and top notch technique paired with great training partners. Would recommend to anyone.

Taylor Callais
2025-06-02

Rio Jiu Jitsu is without question the best jiu jitsu gym going. My two sons have been attending for almost a year now and the owners and coaches are exceptional. They are kind, patient, and highly skilled. I cannot recommend them enough.

Chris Martin
2022-04-30

I came to town with the Jiujitsuinsurance.com crew and had to stop by this GFTeam gym in Minnesota while visiting. First thing I want to say is that it is very family focused and friendly! Definitely a place for the entire family to train BJJ in Apple Valley! Also the Level of instruction is very high , and the talent of the adults I rolled with was impressive. Great group of people on mats , I would definitely check this place out if you love bjj

Cristina Dahn
2019-12-10

The staff and instructors are absolutely phenomenal here! I would highly recommend anyone who is interested in truly learning the art of Brizallian Jiu Jitsu they start HERE!

Frequently Asked Questions

IS THERE A FREE TRIAL CLASS?

Absolutely. We invite all prospective students to try their first class free at Rio Jitsu Minnesota. It's the best way to experience our training environment, meet our coaches, and see if BJJ is right for you. No experience or equipment needed — comfortable athletic clothing is fine.

DO I NEED ANY EXPERIENCE TO START?

No experience necessary! Rio Jitsu Minnesota welcomes complete beginners. Our instructors break down every technique step by step, and our community is known for being welcoming and patient with new students. Everyone starts as a white belt, and that's exactly where you should start too.

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO MY FIRST CLASS?

For your first visit, comfortable athletic clothing works perfectly — a t-shirt and shorts or athletic pants. Once you commit to training regularly, you'll want to invest in a gi (kimono). Our coaches can recommend quality options at a range of price points.

HOW OFTEN SHOULD I TRAIN?

Most students at Rio Jitsu Minnesota train 2 to 3 times per week and see consistent progress. Showing up regularly matters far more than training intensely once in a while. We offer multiple class times throughout the week so you can find a schedule that fits your life.

DO YOU OFFER CLASSES FOR KIDS?

Yes! We offer dedicated programs for children and teens at Rio Jitsu Minnesota. Our youth classes focus on discipline, respect, confidence-building, and the fundamentals of BJJ in a safe, fun environment.